05/31/09

Great Customer service and just the right amount of food

by babaloo45

On Saturday, this place was a welcome relief from eating at 'anywhere USA' . It's a place where you get just enough food, hot off the grill and the most old-fashioned friendliness and welcome. Don't expect glamour or trendy, this is the place for a reasonable breakfast or lunch, served timely and with allowance for leisurely conversation or eat and run.

The customer base was very diverse. Sitting at the counter for a quick meal seems perfect for a local to catch a quick meal.

This place has a long history, unique in 2009 for a restaurant. If I lived in Portland, I'd probably become a regular.

• Pros:  Hot, traditional American diner meals, glad to see you
• Cons:  No restrooms due to logistics/laws- street parking only

03/14/09

How did they win the contest?

by tracyinportland

My husband and I finally tried the Hollywood burger bar yesterday after living in Hollywood district for 2 yrs. and hearing this place has "won" "most popular burger" at this neighborhood's burger battle contest. These were the VERY WORST BURGERS we have ever had. The patties were burnt to a crisp on one side. Cheese was just placed on top and served (not melted). The bland potato salad not home made. We thought, "this is taking unusually long to get a simple order of cheeseburger, fries, ice tea". I wanted to say something, but the old man (must have been owner) was engrossed with filling the ketchup bottles. It's a shame because my husband and I are both out of work, and to go out to eat is a treat. Too bad we spent our money on such a bad tasting lunch. The burnt taste stayed in my mouth long after leaving the place.

• Pros: charming diner atmosphere
• Cons: terrible burgers!

08/01/08

Best hamburger joint in town!

by reggin

Great burgers, amazing price and no pressure. I only wish there was more seating, but it is worth the wait.

• Pros: Everything.